March 29, 2024 11:33 AM

Beware of Fraud Calls: Department of Telecommunications Issues Advisory

In a recent advisory issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), citizens have been warned about fraudulent calls targeting unsuspecting individuals. These calls, purportedly made in the name of the DoT, involve threats of mobile number disconnection or allegations of involvement in illegal activities. The advisory highlights a concerning trend where cyber criminals, posing as government officials, attempt to coerce individuals into divulging personal information. Such information can...